Portland Community College | Portland, Oregon Portland Community College

Tuition and fees

The cost of credit classes is based on the number of credit hours. Credit hours for each course are listed in the class schedule. Oregon residents 62 and older may be eligible for free or discounted tuition for seniors.

Tuition and fees for credit courses

Tuition
Tuition Rate Comment
Resident $128 per credit Applies to U.S. citizens or immigrants with permanent residency status in OR, WA, CA, ID, or NV. Also applies to all students eligible for VA Education Benefits (under the federal Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008 38 U.S.C Section 3301 et seq or any other federal law authorizing educational benefits to veterans)
Non-resident $268 per credit Applies to international students and students residing in states which do not border Oregon
Fees
Fees Rate Comment
Student activity fee $3.40 per credit Supports student governance, engagement, civic activities, and the belonging and well-being of our students
Instructional technology fee $7.35 per credit Covers equipment, software, licensing, and staffing to support and improve technology for teaching and learning for all students
Lab fees Up to $45 per course Covers materials, supplies, and equipment – see lab fees in the class schedule
College service fee $15 per term Supports transcripts, graduation, application, and book lockers
See a list of other common fees.

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How much will it cost?

Use this tool to get a quick estimate how much it costs to go to PCC and see payment plan options.

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Estimated cost of attendance

Please note: Taking more than 19 credits a term will require an override arrangement.

Your estimated cost of attendance
Description Cost
 
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Total estimated cost  
Additional fees: lab and special course fees + fees
Books: may add $50 to $100 to the cost of each course + cost of books

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